Alvin M. Schmitt

Officer Schmitt succumbed to stab wounds sustained two days earlier after being attacked by an inmate with a knife at the Oregon State Penitentiary. The inmate stabbed him ten times in the neck and chest. Officer Schmitt was transported to Salem Memorial Hospital where he succumbed to his wounds.

The 24-year-old suspect was charged with murder and found not guilty by reason of insanity. He was transferred to the state mental hospital.

Officer Schmitt served with navy during World War II.

Bio

Age44

TourNot available

BadgeNot available

Military Veteran

Incident Details

CauseStabbed

Incident DateWednesday, April 9, 1969

WeaponEdged weapon; Knife

OffenderTaken into custody

Most Recent Reflection

Officer Schmitt,
On today, the 48th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you with the USN during WW II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.